Head Trainer

Principal Field Guide Trainer Wanted for a Leading Field Guide College in Waterberg

Kendrick Recruitment is on the lookout for an exceptional Principal Field Guide Trainer to lead and inspire at a prestigious Field Guide College in the heart of the Waterberg. If you have a passion for wildlife, conservation, and training the next generation of field guides, this is your dream role

Your Mission:
As the Principal Trainer, you'll take the reins of developing, leading, and delivering top-tier training programs for aspiring field guides. You’ll design immersive, FGASA-compliant curriculums, mentor future guides, and ensure that your team and students are equipped with the skills needed to excel in nature guiding, rifle handling, and wildlife conservation.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead Training Excellence: Direct the training team to deliver engaging, hands-on courses that prep students for their guiding careers

Curriculum Development: Create and enhance cutting-edge modules that align with FGASA standards and industry trends Mentorship & Instruction: Deliver both classroom and field-based training while mentoring students and junior trainers
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- Quality Assurance: Ensure training quality through regular assessments and ensure alignment with the college’s vision and FGASA standards ✔️ Student Support: Be the guiding light for students, providing feedback, mentorship, and adjustments to accommodate their needs Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with FGASA, game reserves, and conservation partners to create student opportunities Safety First: Uphold the highest safety standards during all field exercises and ensure the well-being of students and staff

Who You Are:
A wildlife enthusiast with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in field guiding, including 2 years in a senior training role

Passionate about conservation, with a deep understanding of South African wildlife and eco-tourism A natural leader and mentor with excellent communication and team management skills
- ️ Equipped with a FGASA Professional Trails Guide qualification and ideally an ETDP Assessor qualification First Aid certified and proficient in advanced rifle handling and bushcraft

Why This Role?

Competitive salary (DOE - depending on experience)

Live and work in the stunning wilderness of the Waterberg, surrounded by nature every day The chance to shape the future of eco-tourism by training the next generation of top field guides

This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in wildlife conservation and guiding education. If you're ready to inspire and train in one of South Africa’s most beautiful regions, we want to hear from you